Strive for College is a new approach to correcting the inequalities of college access. Strive recruits undergraduate student mentors from local universities to guide low-income high school students through the process of applying to, enrolling in and paying for four-year colleges and universities. We are a national organization with chapters across the country.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Come Work for Us!

Strive Paid Internship Program - Marketing

Description

Are you just out of college looking for a chance to make a MAJOR DIFFERENCE?

Are you passionate about improvements to the EDUCATION system in America?

Are you eager to join a TEAM of smart, fun and motivated individuals?

Are you excited to use your SKILLS and CREATIVITY to help grow an early stage organization?

Then come STRIVE with us!

Position:

Strive for College is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our innovative three-month internship program to help with marketing. We are looking for an outgoing, results oriented recent college graduate able to communicate Strive verbally and through online and print materials. As a member of this internship program team, you should be willing to take the initiative to come up with your own ideas to help us take Strive to the next level.

What you can expect from Strive:

Located in the Menlo Park area, these internships include a $5,000 stipend and could lead to a full time job! This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain incredible leadership experience and learn essential business skills while making a tangible difference working for a fast-paced startup nonprofit with tremendous potential.

Responsibilities

What Strive expects from you:

As a startup organization, we need people who can fill a variety of roles. You will come to the program with moderate to exceptional web, video, print design and PR experience and willingness to learn how to perform any design or communication tasks that you haven’t had experience filling before. Your position will entail generating Strive’s press, creating print and web design materials, and managing Strive’s social media outlets.Additionally, we are seeking individuals with the following personality traits:•Highly creative and ambitious•Ability to design, format and produce professional promotional materials•Excellent written, communication and analytical skills•Proficient in Microsoft Word, InDesign, PhotoShop, DreamWeaver or other graphic design programs•Quick learner with an aptitude for problem solving•Enthusiastic about college access